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Marketplace

Chicago, US · Founded 2016 · 2 known investors

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Clearbox is a data platform that aggregates historical transaction data along with market research such as market landscapes, scopes of work, solicitations, vendor responses, contracts, and pricing. It serves as the data engine powering the company's sourcing and procurement offerings.

Founders & leadership

Marketplace was founded in 2016 by Chris Foreman, Andrew Watkins, and Cameron Koczon.

CFChris Foreman
Chris ForemanCo-Founder & CEOChris Foreman is CEO and co-founder of Marketplace, a data platform that aggregates historical transaction data, market research, and procurement documentation to support sourcing and procurement operations.
AW
Andrew WatkinsCo-founder · President and COOAndrew Watkins is Co-Founder and COO of Clearbox, a data platform for procurement and sourcing. He has held leadership roles managing large teams across technology, IoT, smart cities, manufacturing, consumer goods, retail, and professional services.
CKCameron Koczon
Cameron KoczonCo-Founder

Investors · 2

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$40M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What does Marketplace do?
Clearbox is a data platform that aggregates historical transaction data along with market research such as market landscapes, scopes of work, solicitations, vendor responses, contracts, and pricing. It serves as the data engine powering the company's sourcing and procurement offerings.
Who founded Marketplace?
Marketplace was founded by Chris Foreman, Andrew Watkins, Cameron Koczon in 2016.
Who are Marketplace's investors?
Marketplace's investors include Network Ventures, Venrock.
How much funding has Marketplace raised?
Marketplace has disclosed $40M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Marketplace headquartered?
Marketplace is headquartered in Chicago, US.